142: ART & ICONS FROM THE ORTHODOX WORLD |
First lot ends: 14.11.2024 - 10:00:00
Lot number 1062 -
Auction 142
GROSSE IKONE 'ÜBER DICH FREUT SICH DIE GANZE SCHÖPFUNG'
Estimated call time
14.11.2024 - 12:14 o'clock
Initial price
1.200,00 EUR
(Minimum bid 1.200,00 EUR)
Description
A LARGE ICON SHOWING 'IN THEE REJOICES' Russian, late 18th century Tempera on wood panel. The haloes made of silver, covered by a golden lacquer. The shown subject deriving from a hymn attributed to St. John of Damascus and not an actual event, representing in a circular glory the Mother of God enthroned holding the Christ Child, the latter extending both his hand in blessing, surrounded by angels, against a Church. Two groups of saints depicted in the lower part. The composition painted in detail, mostly with tones of blue and red. Minimally worn, minimally restored. 48 x 38.5 cm.
Details
Lot number | 1062 |
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Artist | |
Resale right levy | No |
Estimate price from | 1200 |